Sanctuary of hope
In today’s rat race, a spiritual retreat may seem like an indulgence but, according to Father Dennis Wait, it can be just the thing to restore inner peace.
Circle of life
Granted, “retirement” means something different in the vocabulary of a priest. But Father Pflumm tries always to reserve time for his spiritual reading, prayer, his fellow priests — and, of course, playing golf with his…
A blessing for the unborn
“The blessing gives you peace of mind that this child has been blessed [even] before she has a chance to come into the world,” Jennifer Governal said.
No bed of roses
Michael Rebout took a much-needed rest Easter Monday.
Soccer’s in her blood
St. James Academy alumna gets a shot with professional soccer league by Shelia Myers Special to the Leaven A St. James Academy alumna had a dream come true when she was drafted to play in a…
Stormy weather: Basehor has the drill down pat
by Shelia Myers Special to the Leaven BASEHOR — With the spring storm season approaching, Holy Angels Church here has decided to make like Boy Scouts and “be prepared.” It even conducted a run-through of…
Faith incarcerated
Not for everybody, say volunteers, but ministry behind bars is touched by grace by Shelia Myers TOPEKA — As female inmates at the Topeka Correctional Facility (TCF) gathered for Mass celebrated by Archbishop Emeritus James…
Runnin’ Revs set for another season of faith-filled fun
“At 38, I’m thinking about retirement from the Revs,” he said. “But some priests play well into their 50s, so I may have another 10 years.”
A magnificent seven
“But if you spend some time trying to learn your faith, you’ll end up loving it.”
Poems, prayers and promises: Local Catholics find added meaning in crafting their own prayers
O’Neil has dealt with more stress than most. The 58-year-old convert has experienced divorce, depression and job loss in the past 24 months. To help him cope, he attended a two-day spiritual retreat last March…